Premium Content
Subscriber only
A century-old Whitsundays region pub faces an uncertain future after it was struck off the heritage list and listed for sale.
Now the abandoned hotel otherwise known as O’Duinns Irish Pub is for sale, with the vendor describing it as a “rare opportunity” to buy a “prime” 1781sq m commercial site with dual access.
“The existing building on the property was previously utilised as a full service hotel with restaurant, bar, TAB and gaming room facilities,” PRD Whitsunday’s property listing stated. Palace Hotel, 29-31 Main Street, Proserpine is listed for sale. Picture: PRD – Whitsunday
What has happened since 2014? What is happening now?
Anything to do with the eight development applications from Port of Airlie, all with heights exceeding the town plan.
One proposed foreshore hotel/apartment building, only part of the complex, would tower above Airlie and dominate the entire foreshore.
Developers may well have interpreted Cr Brunkerâs statement to a council meeting saying he supported high-rise in Airlie Beach (seen by Save Our Foreshore officers on meeting livestream August 26, 2020) as a sign that all of council is open to high-rise proposals, despite the flouting of the town plan, despite tourism industry indicators and despite endless community opposition.
The report states there was a feeling of unfair treatment and neglect compared to other towns. Many participants expressed they do not feel they have received the same level of service as other areas within the region, the summary report stated. This sentiment indicates residents have higher expectations of WRC s services than what is being delivered currently. The top projects Collinsville residents would like to see undertaken in town. Photo: Whitsunday Regional Council The report states residents want to see major upgrades and visible improvements in Collinsville within the next few years. The results also show that residents would prefer upgrades that enhance their liveability and beautify the town, rather than a focus on tourism projects, it states.
Cough up for parking Drivers may soon have to fork out to park at another Airlie Beach carpark as it is recommended councillors implement paid parking in the carpark next to the Whitsunday Sailing Club. The proposed fees will be in line with fees currently charged at the Port of Airlie, Coral Sea Marina and Airlie Beach Lagoon Precinct carparks. The cost will begin at $3 for zero to two hours and parking permits will also be available at $174 for 28 days, $874 for six months and $1398 for a year. Agenda documents state the installation of paid parking in the area will enable the Parking and Infringement Integrated Management System project to be finished.
The proposal describes the future of the Whitsundays, in 2036 and beyond, as a location that is prosperous, liveable and sustainable. The proposal will contribute to providing a development where people will live, work, play and invest due to the mix of uses and range of accommodation types, it states. The proposal will assist in providing a positive contribution towards the tourism sector by providing a resort complex facility which will contribute to the local economy by way of visitation to the area, employment opportunities and support for local business and trade. Plans include swim-up terraces. Photo: One Whitsunday Developments Pty Ltd